Hello

I came to Canada 6 years ago, nonetheless I have always worked in restaurants. People coming and going, making temporary friends because they go back to their countries. Now that I have finally became a permanent resident, and I don't need to worry about leaving new friends behind. I would like to know how to make friends outside work, because being honest they talked to me first, I'm shy most of the time.

I'm 28, originally from Mexico, I like videogames, movies, play violin and flute, drawing, going to the gym etc.. I'm little bit introverted, but I can certainly go outside, swim in a lake, hike or even drink.

Should I try dating apps and saying that I'm looking for friends? Or go to a Meetup event?

Hope you guys can share some advices :)